Things I Did Not Know… Connections I Never Made
When did you first hear about our newest federal holiday?
More than 60 percent of Americans knew “a little bit” or “nothing at all” about Juneteenth.
Suppose You Were Asked To Be a Father To Jesus
Mary was not the only one shocked by a visit from an angel. It obviously came as a shock to Joseph!
Questions I would like to ask Joseph.
A “Father” Learned From His Grandfather
Father Dennis Holtschneider, CM, is currently President of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities. Some years ago, he shared how he first learned about St. Vincent. It was through the stories his grandfather told about his 22 years as a member of the Vincent DePaul Society.
Journeying From Opposites To Equals
Those familiar only with the younger lives of St. Vincent and St. Louise would have been surprised by their lifelong journey.
Vincent and Louise would not have been considered a good bet as a relationship that would work out.
Lyrics That Lead to Prayer
“Life is not tried, it is merely survived if you’re standing outside the fire.”
When country singer Garth Brooks wrote those lyrics in 1993 I doubt he thought it might lead to prayer.
Rom 16, 13 reads: "Greet Rufus, chosen in the Lord; and greet his mother—a mother to me also." If this…
Have a blessed Holy Week!
I have never thought about the people that were named in the Gospels. I would agree that they may be…
Generally, I love the laconic nature of Mark's Gospel. The Passion narrative is very compelling in its starkness, with one…
Father John, Blessings to you as you step cautiously down that new path. Grace and Peace be with you!